Question

why was Endangered species act passed?​

Answer 1

A History of the Endangered Species Act of 1973. Congress passed the Endangered Species Preservation Act in 1966, providing a means for listing native animal species as endangered and giving them limited protection. ... The Act also authorized the Service to acquire land as habitat for endangered species.

Answer 2

Explanation:

A History of the Endangered Species Act of 1973. Congress passed the Endangered Species Preservation Act in 1966, providing a means for listing native animal species as endangered and giving them limited protection. ... The Act also authorized the Service to acquire land as habitat for endangered species